• Southern First Bancshares authorized a common-stock buyback of up to USD 10 million, about 2% of shares outstanding.
• Repurchases may occur from time to time in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions.
• Management will set timing, volumes, and prices based on market conditions, stock price, equity-plan issuance, and regulatory constraints.
• The program can be suspended or ended at any time; buybacks after Aug. 23, 2027 require new board approval.

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